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YVN 208T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,868 mi
Last recorded56,868 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVN 208T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 56,868 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake tight (1.1.6 (d))

floor repaired

Pass 20 Jun 2017 56,721 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

handbrake tight

Fail 28 Apr 2017 56,718 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring hanger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired spring hanger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired spring hanger (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

handbrake slightly tight

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 May 2016 56,565 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both bottom arms inner bushes

nearside king pin play

Fail 20 Apr 2016 56,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both bottom arms inner bushes

nearside king pin play

offside front shocker bottom locking device not locked

Pass 2 May 2015 56,357 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 56,262 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 56,087 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 55,844 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 55,710 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 55,435 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 55,263 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 53,865 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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YVN 208T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YVN 208T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YVN 208T?

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What year was YVN 208T registered?

YVN 208T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 8 September 1978.

Is YVN 208T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVN 208T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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